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[quote=Anonymous]At every gym I've been to, they've offered at least one introductory session with a trainer -- often this just involves a tour of the equipment, information on using the free weights, etc. (not someone yelling at you to do more push ups, so don't worry about that!). If they don't offer, you should ask, and before hand, make a mental list of the information you need to find out, and don't be shy about asking! All sorts of people go to the gym, and everyone wants to start somewhere. If you're self-conscious about going, it's better to suck it up and get as much introductory information in a session with an employee so later you won't feel lost every time you walk through the door. In your shoes, here's what I'd ask:

- How do use the treadmill/eliptical/exercise bike. Choose a basic piece of equipment you think you'd like to use, and have the gym employee show you exactly what to do. Then for your first few visits, you can stick to that and not worry about doing anything 'wrong'.

- Are there any classes they offer that would be good for someone just starting out?

- Get a tour of the weight equipment. Even if you don't feel ready to start using it right away, you can always look online for guidance on specific exercises later when you're feeling more confident. Definitely look into online aps and programs like Couch to 5K -- they are great motivation and give you a plan for what sort of exercise you should be doing when you go to work out.

A few sessions with a trainer can be a wonderful way to kick start and exercise program. If you have the money to pay for a few, I'd really really recommend it.

For the first few weeks, I'd make a commitment to going a set number of times a week and worry more about getting yourself there than specific exercise. Even if you're doing the same stuff (elliptical for 30 minutes, or whatever) with time you'll feel more comfortable and can branch out and add more to your arsenal. And I totally second all the PPs who say to make yourself go even when it's the last thing you want to do -- once you're there, you'll feel much better, and probably get more exercise in than you initially felt up to. Last night I felt like crap all day, told myself I only had to do 10 minutes on the bike, but ended up doing 30 plus weights and felt better by the end than I had all day!

Good luck! [/quote]

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